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Ubuntu 26.04 LTS will split its 600MB linux-firmware package into 17 vendor-specific packages to reduce bandwidth and download sizes of firmware updates.

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Download the official Ubuntu 26.04 LTS 'Resolute Raccoon' mascot as an SVG vector file to use in your custom wallpapers and personalised Ubuntu artwork.

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In part II of his Emacs series, novelist Theena Kumaragurunathan, demonstrates how Emacs is becoming an extension of his writing brain.

Linux Mint 23 will expand its System Administration tool (mintsysadm) with a new Users section, enabling post-install home encryption and more.

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The Document Foundation has officially released LibreOffice 26.2, the latest major update to the widely used open-source office suite. With improvements spanning performance, user interface refinements, document compatibility, and accessibility, this version continues LibreOffice’s mission to provide a powerful, community-driven alternative to proprietary office software.

LibreOffice 26.2 is available for Linux, Windows, and macOS, offering consistent functionality across platforms while keeping full control in the hands of users.

What’s New in LibreOffice 26.2

While LibreOffice updates often focus on incremental refinement rather than radical redesign, version 26.2 introduces several meaningful enhancements that improve daily workflows.

Improved Performance and Stability

Performance remains a priority. LibreOffice 26.2 includes:

• Faster document loading, especially for large spreadsheets and presentations

• Reduced memory usage in complex Calc files

• Improved stability when handling heavily formatted documents

These optimizations make the suite feel more responsive across both modern systems and older hardware.

Enhanced Microsoft Office Compatibility

Compatibility continues to improve with each release. LibreOffice 26.2 delivers:

• More accurate rendering of DOCX, XLSX, and PPTX files

• Better support for advanced formatting and tracked changes

• Improved handling of embedded objects and charts

For users collaborating with Microsoft Office users, these refinements reduce formatting surprises and make document exchange smoother.

Refined User Interface

LibreOffice 26.2 builds upon its modern UI framework with:

• Polished icon themes and improved scaling on high-resolution displays

• Better dark mode integration across platforms

• Smoother transitions in NotebookBar layouts

• Improved accessibility for keyboard navigation and screen readers

The result is a cleaner, more cohesive experience without disrupting long-time users.

Writer Improvements

LibreOffice Writer gains several practical enhancements:

• More reliable footnote and endnote management

• Improved table formatting controls

• Expanded language and grammar tool integration

These updates benefit users creating academic papers, reports, and long-form documents.

Calc Enhancements

Spreadsheet users will notice:

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Ubuntu 24.04.4 LTS is now available to download. This fourth point release brings the Linux 6.17 HWE kernel and Mesa 25.2 graphics stack for better hardware support.

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The last kernel of the 6.x series is here.

Lead developer says frequent releases leave little time for development.

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Linux Mint developers are considering ending the distro’s six‑month release cycle, a change that could mean fewer updates and a slower release pace.

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